DIGITAL CAMERA C-720 Ultra Zoom REFERENCE MANUAL CAMERA OPERATION MANUAL Explanation of digital camera functions and operating instructions. DIGITAL CAMERA - PC CONNECTION OPERATION MANUAL Explanation of how to download images between your digital camera and PC.
C-720 Ultra Zoom REFERENCE MANUAL Thank you for purchasing an Olympus digital camera. Before you start to use your new camera, please read these instructions carefully to enjoy optimum performance and a longer service life. Keep this manual in a safe place for future reference. We recommend that you take test shots to get accustomed to your camera before taking important photographs.
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Contents ..........................................................................P. 4 Chapter 1 Getting started P. 19 Chapter 2 Quick-start guide P. 32 Chapter 3 Using the menus P. 37 Chapter 4 Shooting basics P. 44 Chapter 5 Advanced shooting P. 65 Chapter 6 Adjusting image quality and exposure P. 78 Chapter 7 Playback P. 87 Chapter 8 Useful functions P. 104 Chapter 9 Print setting P. 120 Chapter 10 Miscellaneous P.
Contents Names of parts ............................................................................10 Camera 10 Viewfinder/Monitor indications — Shooting information 12 Viewfinder/Monitor indications — Playback information 14 Still picture playback information 14 Movie playback information 15 Viewfinder/Monitor indications — Memory gauge & battery check 16 Memory gauge 16 Battery check 16 How to use this manual ................................................................
Chapter 3 Contents Using the menus 4 Shooting basics Chapter 37 What are the menus? ............................................................37 How to use the menu ............................................................38 Modes & short cut menus ......................................................40 Tabs & MODE MENU functions (shooting) ..............................41 Tabs & MODE MENU functions (playback) ............................43 44 Shooting mode setting — Mode dial................
Chapter 4 Contents Flash shooting ......................................................................60 Auto-flash 60 Red-eye reduction flash 60 Fill-in flash 60 Flash off 61 Night scene flash & Night scene with red-eye reduction flash 61 Using the flash 62 Flash intensity control 64 Chapter 5 Advanced shooting 65 Spot metering — Selecting the metering area ..........................65 AE lock — Locking the exposure..............................................
Chapter 6 Contents Adjusting image quality and exposure 7 Playback Chapter 78 Record mode ........................................................................78 Selecting record modes 78 ISO sensitivity ........................................................................82 Exposure compensation ..........................................................84 White balance ......................................................................85 Sharpness............................................
Contents Chapter 9 Chapter 8 Useful functions 104 All reset — Saving the camera’s settings ..............................104 Custom button......................................................................105 Setting the custom button 105 Using the custom button 106 Shortcut ..............................................................................107 Setting the shortcut menu 108 Using the shortcut menu 109 MY MODE SETUP ................................................................
Contents Chapter 10 Miscellaneous 124 Troubleshooting....................................................................124 User maintenance ................................................................131 After use 131 Cleaning the camera 131 Error codes..........................................................................132 Menu maps ........................................................................134 Menu functions & factory default settings ............................
Names of parts Camera Zoom lever (W/T) (P. 58) Index display/Close-up playback lever ( / ) (P. 93, 95) Shutter button (P. 50) Flash switch ( (P. 62) ) Mode dial ( , , P/A/S/M, , , , , ) (P. 44–46) Macro/Spot button ( ) (P. 65, 68) Print button ( ) (P. 122) DRIVE button (P. 71) Erase button ( ) (P. 36, 100) Flash mode button ( / ) (P. 62) Protect button ( ) (P. 99) Diopter adjustment dial (P. 31) Viewfinder (P. 31) Card access lamp (P. 51) POWER switch (P. 27) AE lock button (P.
Camera (Cont.) Names of parts Flash (P. 62) Self-timer lamp (P. 70) Card cover (P. 26) Lens DC-IN jack (P. 23) USB connector VIDEO OUT jack (P. 103) Strap eyelet (P. 19) Connector cover (P. 103) Battery compartment lock (P. 21) Tripod socket Battery compartment cover (P.
Names of parts Viewfinder/Monitor indications — Shooting information The INFO setting on the menu allows you to select how much information to display. ~ Information display (P. 113) The indications vary depending on the shooting mode.* When INFO is set to OFF: The information below is displayed constantly in the shooting mode. (After closing the menu, the information which appears in the ON mode (illustrated to the right) is displayed for approx. 3 seconds, then disappears.
Viewfinder/Monitor indications — Shooting information (Cont.) 1 2 3 9 4 0 ! % ^ & 5 @ 6 7 8 ISO 100 # Items 7 Record mode 8 Memory gauge 9 Battery check 0 AE lock ! Drive mode @ White balance # ISO $ Green lamp % Flash stand-by Camera movement warning Flash charge ^ Flash mode & Spot metering/ Indications TIFF/SHQ/HQ/SQ1/SQ2 Ref. page P. 78 P. 16 P. 16 AEL P. 66 , , , , , BKT , P. 71 P. 85 ISO100, ISO200, ISO400 P. 82 O P. 32 Lights. Blinks. P. 63 Blinks. , , , , , , P.
Viewfinder/Monitor indications — Playback information Names of parts INFO setting on the menu allows you to select how much information to display. ~ Information display (P. 113) Still picture playback information HQ SIZE: 1984x1488 F2.8 1/800 +2.0 HQ ISO100 ’02.09.12 12:30 FILE: 100–0020 ’02.09.
Viewfinder/Monitor indications — Playback information (Cont.) Names of parts Movie playback information HQ SIZE: 320x240 ’02.09.12 12:30 FILE: 100–0020 20 When INFO is set to ON When INFO is set to OFF Items 1 Battery check 2 Movie mark 3 Protect 4 Frame number 5 Record mode 6 Number of pixels 7 White balance 8 Date 9 Time 0 File number Indications Ref. page P. 16 P. 35 P. 99 20 – HQ, SQ P. 78 320x240, 160x120 P. 79 , , , P. 85 ’02. 09. 12 P. 29 12:30 P.
Viewfinder/Monitor indications — Memory gauge & battery check Names of parts Memory gauge The memory gauge lights when you take a picture. When the gauge is lit, the camera is storing a picture on the SmartMedia card. The memory gauge indication changes as shown below depending on the shooting status. When the memory gauge is full, wait until the light goes out before you take any more shots. When taking still pictures Shoot. Wait. Before shooting (Gauge is off) Shoot. Shoot. Wait. Wait.
How to use this manual The instructions in this manual use a series of numbers for each operating procedure and button/dial illustration. Follow these numbers in order when operating the camera. Example 1 If a button is shown in black, press it as part of the step. Chapter 4 Shooting mode setting — Mode dial (Cont.) Shutter speed setting — Shutter priority shooting Mode dial setting the top menu, select MODE MENU T CAMERA T P/A/S/M T S. 1 In Press . Press again to cancel the menu.
How to use this manual (Cont.) Example 2 Shows the modes that the function can be used with. You can set the mode dial to any of the positions shown. Mode dial setting Chapter 8 Information display Lets you select the amount of shooting information displayed in the shooting or playback mode. When it is set to OFF, only a small amount of information is displayed. For details on each piece of information displayed, see pages 12 to 15. : In the top menu, select MODE MENU T SETUP T INFO T ON. Press .
the string to the lens cap; Pull 1 Attach the string loop through the hole in the lens cap. Put the other end of the string through the string loop. the strap through the camera’s 2 Thread strap eyelet. It can only enter from the Monitor monitor side. A the strap A through the string 3 Thread loop (attached to the lens cap in step 1). Camera strap eyelet the rest of the strap 4 Thread (which you will have around your neck) through the strap loop that has already gone through the eyelet.
Chapter 1 Attaching the strap (Cont.) out the end of the strap from the 5 Pull ring attached to the strap. Stopper Pull the end of the strap to remove it from the stopper and adjust the strap length. Ring you have a length that you like, 6 When thread the end of the strap through the stopper. Thread the end of the strap through the ring while pulling on the strap to keep it from loosening.
This camera uses 2 CR-V3 lithium battery packs or 4 AA (R6) NiMH batteries, NiCd batteries, alkaline batteries or lithium batteries. Important: ● CR-V3 lithium battery packs cannot be re-charged. ● Do not peel the label on a CR-V3 lithium battery pack. sure the camera is turned off; 1 Make ● The monitor is off. ● The viewfinder is off. ● The lens is not extended. the battery compartment lock on 2 Slide the battery compartment cover in the direction of .
Chapter 1 Loading the batteries (Cont.) the battery compartment cover, 5 Close then press it down (C) and slide it in the opposite direction of the arrow printed on it (D). ● When pressing the battery compartment cover shut, be sure to press the center of the cover, as it may be difficult to close properly by pressing the edge. ● Make sure the cover is completely closed. C D the battery compartment lock on 6 Slide the battery compartment cover in the direction of .
AA (R6) alkaline batteries When you need batteries in a hurry, you can use AA (R6) alkaline batteries, which are easy to obtain anywhere. However, the number of pictures that you can store in the camera may vary considerably with AA batteries, depending on the battery manufacturer, camera shooting conditions, etc. Use this type of battery only when you have no other choices available. Turn off the monitor whenever possible to save power.
Chapter 1 Loading the batteries (Cont.) Note ● Manganese (zinc-carbon) batteries cannot be used. ● The lives of battery packs may vary according to the type of battery, manufacturer, camera shooting conditions, etc. ● If the battery power runs out while the camera is connected to a PC, image data will be corrupted. It is recommended that you use the optional AC adapter when transferring images to a PC. Do not disconnect or connect the AC adapter while the camera is communicating with the PC.
This camera uses SmartMedia to record pictures. This reference manual uses the term “card” when referring to SmartMedia. What is SmartMedia? Images recorded and stored on SmartMedia can easily be deleted, overwritten, and/or edited on a PC. 1 1 2 2 3 3 Contact area Comes into contact with the camera’s signal read contact. Write-protect area Attach the provided write-protect seal when you want to protect your data from accidental erasure or overwriting.
Chapter 1 Card basics (Cont.) Inserting/Removing the card sure the camera is turned off; 1 Make ● The monitor is off. ● The viewfinder is off. ● The lens is not extended. 2 Open the card cover. Inserting the card 3 Insert the card as far as it will go in the direction shown in the illustration. ● There is an arrow inside the card cover, indicating the direction in which the card should be inserted. ● Hold the card in a straight orientation to the card slot.
Chapter 1 Power on/off turning the camera on, press 1 Before the tabs on the lens cap to remove it. the power switch to turn on the 2 Press camera. ● The lens moves out when the mode dial is not set to . ● The viewfinder turns on. ● To turn off the camera, press the power switch again. ● If the date/time has been returned to the factory default setting, "Y/M/D" appears on the monitor (~ P. 29).
Chapter 1 Power on/off (Cont.) Card check When the power is turned on, the camera checks the card automatically. Indications TIPS There is no card in the camera or the card is not locked into place. T Insert a card. If a card is already inserted, remove it and insert it again. Card error indication There is a problem with the card. T Use a different card. FORMAT CAUTION ERASING ALL YES NO 28 The card cannot record, play back or erase pictures. T Format the card.
It is possible to set the date/time of the camera’s built-in clock. Since the date and time is saved with recorded pictures, be sure to set it correctly. , then press to turn on the POWER switch Mode dial P/A /S/M the mode dial to 1 Set the POWER switch camera. ● Be sure to take off the lens cap before you turn the camera on (P. 27). . (P. 37) 2 Press ● The monitor turns on automatically and the top menu appears. button Arrow pad 3 Press Ñ on the arrow pad to select .
Chapter 1 Date/time setting (Cont.) 5 Press í to move to the year (Y) setting. Press Ññ to set the year. When the year is set, press í to move to 6 the month (M) setting. ● Repeat this procedure until the date and time are completely set. ● To move back to the previous setting, press É. SELECT SET GO SELECT SET GO The first two digits of the year cannot be changed. . 7 Press ● For a more accurate setting, don't press until the clock hits 00 seconds. The clock starts when you press the button.
Set the mode dial to , then press the POWER switch to turn on the camera. Turn the diopter adjustment dial to see the AF target mark clearly. Viewfinder Diopter adjustment dial AF target mark Holding the camera Hold the camera firmly with both hands while keeping your elbows at your sides to prevent the camera from moving. Keep your fingers and the strap away from the lens and flash. Correct Horizontal grip Vertical grip Flash Lens Top view Do not hold this part of the lens.
Remove the lens cap. Set the mode dial to 1 press the POWER switch. and P/A /S/M 2 Point the camera towards a subject while viewing through the viewfinder. Quick-start guide Chapter 2 Taking still pictures Flash switch Power switch Card access lamp To focus on the subject, press the shutter 3 button halfway, slowly and gently. ● When the subject is in focus, the green lamp lights up. Green lamp Number of storable still pictures (P.
and press P/A /S/ M the lens cap. Set the mode dial to 1 Remove the POWER switch. 2 Point the camera towards a subject while viewing through the viewfinder. Power switch Card access lamp the shutter button halfway. 3 Press ● When the subject is in focus, the green lamp AF target mark blinks once. the shutter button all the way to start 4 Press recording. ● During movie recording, lights in red. Seconds remaining the shutter button all the way again to stop recording.
Chapter 2 Viewing still pictures the mode dial to 1 Set (playback mode) and press the POWER switch. 2 Display the desired pictures using the arrow pad. ● Pictures indicated by are movie frames. ~ “Playing back movies” on page 35. Jumps to the picture 10 frames behind. Displays the next picture. Jumps to the picture 10 frames ahead. Displays the previous picture. Zoom lever Power switch Press to avoid accidentally erasing images. To cancel protection, press again (P. 99).
1 2 Display the movie frame (picture with ) you want to play back. ~ See steps 1 and 2 on page 34. Press . ● The top menu appears. Press Ñ on the arrow pad to 3 select MOVIE PLAY. MOVIE PLAY INFO MODE MENU Ññ to select MOVIE 4 Press PLAYBACK on the MOVIE PLAY screen. ● To exit MOVIE PLAY screen, press É. MOVIE PLAY PLA MOVIE PLAYBACK INDEX Press to avoid accidentally erasing images. To cancel protection, press again (P. 99). CANCEL SELECT GO to start Playback.
Chapter 2 Erasing pictures 1 Display the picture you want to erase. ~ See steps 1 and 2 on page 34. 2 3 Press the (erase) button. ERASE YES NO SELECT GO When the ERASE screen appears, press Ñ to select YES. ● To cancel erasure, press ñ on the arrow pad to select NO, and press or the button. 4 Press to erase the picture. Note ● Make sure the card is not write-protected. If the card is write-protected, you will not be able to erase pictures.
When you turn on the camera and press the (OK/Menu) button, the menu that appears on the monitor is generally called “the top menu”. Many functions of this camera are accessed using the menus. Below, we’ll explain how the camera’s menus work, using examples of menus displayed in the P/A/S/M mode. The top menu varies depending on the mode. ~ “Modes & short cut menus” (P. 40) Press Using the Menus The top menu appears. . ISO MODE MENU WB Use the arrow pad to display the menus.
2 Press Ññ to select a tab and 1 Press to display the top menu. Press í. P/A/S/M top menu press í. SET CARD PIC CAMERA CAMERA tab ISO MODE MENU WB ISO P/A/S/M AUTO P 1.0 x3 BKT DIGITAL ZOOM OFF DIGITAL ˙ Pressing É returns to the tab selection. ¥ HQ 1984x1488 AUTO WB SHARPNESS NORMAL CONTRAST NORMAL ˙ ¥ CARD tab CARD SETUP CARD: CARD Card functions, formatting. such as SET: SETUP Functions for changing camera settings: date and time, shortcut settings, etc.
Ññ to select an item and press í. SETUP CARD PIC CAM 3 Press ALL RESET INFO 4 Press Ññ to select the setting. Press to save the setting. ● To go back to shooting, press . ON OFF ON REC VIEW ON MY MODE SETUP ˙ ALL RESET INFO OFF REC VIEW ON SETUP CARD PIC CAM SETUP CARD PIC CAM ¥ ON ON MY MODE SETUP ALL RESET INFO OFF ON REC VIEW MY MODE SETUP ˙ The green frame moves to the Pressing É or selected item. returns to the item selection.
Chapter 3 Modes & Shortcut Menus top menu (same as in or top menu ) P/A/S/M top menu (same as in ) ISO DIGITAL ZOOM CARD SETUP MODE MENU MODE MENU WB (movie) top menu top menu (for still pictures) top menu (for movies) MOVIE PLAY DIGITAL ZOOM MODE MENU INFO MODE MENU INFO MODE MENU WB Sets the date and time. P. 29 DIGITAL ZOOM The optical zoom can be extended to a maximum of approx. 24x. P. 59 ISO Selects ISO sensitivity (based on normal camera film). P.
CAMERA tab PICTURE tab CARD tab SETUP tab CAMERA tab ISO P/A/S/M BKT DIGITAL ZOOM PANORAMA 2 in 1 SET CARD PIC CAMERA In the shooting mode, the MODE MENU has 4 tabs. Press Ññ to select a tab and display the associated menu items. ISO P/A/S/M AUTO P 1.0 x3 BKT DIGITAL ZOOM OFF DIGITAL Selects ISO sensitivity (based on normal camera film) from AUTO/100/200/400. Exposure mode can be selected from P ( Program auto), A (Aperture priority auto), S (Shutter priority auto), or M (Manual mode).
Chapter 3 Tabs & MODE MENU functions (shooting) (Cont.) CARD tab CARD SETUP SETUP tab ALL RESET INFO REC VIEW MY MODE SETUP SLEEP FILE NAME PIXEL MAPPING BATTERY SAVE SHORT CUT CUSTOM BUTTON 42 Formats cards. P. 102 Selects whether to keep the current camera settings when you turn off the power. Changes the amount of shooting information displayed on the viewfinder/monitor. Turns off the beep sound (used for warnings, etc.). Selects whether to display images while saving them to a card.
When a still picture is played back, the MODE MENU has 3 tabs. When a movie is played back, the MODE MENU has 2 tabs. Press Ññ to select a tab and display the associated menu items. The EDIT tab is not available during movie playback. BLACK&WHITE SEPIA EDIT tab BLACK&WHITE SEPIA During movie playback SET CARD SET CARD EDIT During still picture playback CARD SETUP Creates black and white pictures. Creates sepia-toned pictures. Makes the file size smaller. P. 97 P. 97 P.
Shooting basics Chapter 4 Shooting mode setting — Mode dial Set the mode dial to any of the following positions and press the POWER switch. Mode dial Shooting mode: , , , , P/A/S/M, , P/A/S/M ● The camera turns on and the lens automatically extends. ● P/A/S/M mode setting: In the top menu, select MODE MENU T CAMERA T P/A/S/M T P, A, S or M. Press . Press again to cancel the menu. ~ “How to use the menu” (P.
●P (Program shooting) Allows you to take still pictures. The camera sets aperture and shutter speed. Other functions, such as flash modes and drive modes, can be adjusted manually. ●A (Aperture priority shooting) Allows you to set the aperture manually. The camera sets the shutter speed automatically. By decreasing the aperture value (F value), you will force the camera to focus within a smaller range, producing a picture with a blurred background.
Chapter 4 Shooting mode setting — Mode dial (Cont.) ●M (Manual shooting) Allows you to set the aperture and shutter speed manually. To check the exposure, refer to the exposure differential. This mode gives you more creative control, allowing you to make the settings you need to get the type of picture you want, regardless of optimum exposure. ~ “Aperture & shutter speed setting” (P. 49) My Mode Your favorite settings can be saved in MY MODE SETUP (in the menu’s SETUP).
Aperture setting — Aperture priority shooting Mode dial setting the top menu, select MODE MENU T CAMERA T P/A/S/M T A. 1 In Press . Press again to cancel the menu. ~ “How to use the menu” (P. 38) 2 To increase the aperture value (F value), press Ñ. To decrease the aperture value (F value), press ñ. If the aperture value is displayed in red The aperture you have set is unsuitable for the conditions. appears. T Press ñ to decrease the aperture value. appears.
Chapter 4 Shooting mode setting — Mode dial (Cont.) Shutter speed setting — Shutter priority shooting Mode dial setting the top menu, select MODE MENU T CAMERA T P/A/S/M T S. 1 In Press . Press again to cancel the menu. ~ “How to use the menu” (P. 38) 2 To set a faster shutter speed, press Ñ. To set a slower shutter speed, press ñ. If the shutter speed is displayed in red The shutter speed you have set is unsuitable for the conditions. appears. T Press ñ to set the shutter speed slower.
Aperture & Shutter speed setting — Manual shooting Mode dial setting the top menu, select MODE MENU T CAMERA T P/A/S/M T M. 1 In Press . Press again to cancel the menu. ~ “How to use the menu” (P. 38) 2 To set a faster shutter speed, press Ñ. To increase the aperture value (F value), press É. To decrease the aperture value (F value), press í. To set a slower shutter speed, press ñ. F value: W T f2.8* – f7.1 T T f3.4* – f7.1 Shutter speed: 8 to 1/1000 sec.
Chapter 4 Shooting mode setting — Mode dial (Cont.) Using My Mode When using My Mode, the shooting mode you selected with the menus in the mode is activated. You can also save the shooting mode or function settings you are currently using in the mode. If you set the mode dial to again, the camera will activate these stored settings. ~ “MY MODE SETUP” (P. 110) Mode dial setting In the top menu, select MODE MENU T CAMERA T P/A/S/M T P, A, S or M. Press . Press again to cancel the menu.
Chapter 4 How to use the shutter button (Cont.) the shutter button all the way. 2 Press ● , , , , P/A/S/M, or mode: The camera starts storing your pictures on the card. While pictures are being stored, the card access lamp blinks. ● mode: The camera starts recording a movie. for the (movie record) mode 3 ONLY To stop recording, press the shutter button all the way again. ● The card access lamp blinks and the camera starts storing the movie on the card.
Chapter 4 Focusing (Cont.) When Auto focus does not work — Subjects that are difficult to focus on Under certain types of conditions auto focus may not work properly. If you run into problems, try the procedure below. Conditions 1, 2 and 5 Auto focus may not work properly. The green lamp may blink. Conditions 3 and 4 Auto focus may not work properly even when the green lamp lights when you press the shutter button down halfway.
Focus lock — Focusing on subjects that are not in the center of the frame If the subject of your composition is not within the AF target mark and focusing is not possible (as illustrated to the right), try the following: AF target mark Mode dial setting the AF target 1 Position mark over the subject. Brightness Press the shutter button (exposure) is also locked and the halfway to lock the focus. green lamp lights.
Chapter 4 Taking still pictures Mode dial setting the camera towards a subject, and place the subject on the AF 1 Point target mark. the shutter button halfway. 2 Press ● When the focus and brightness (exposure) are locked, the green lamp lights. ● To warn you of camera shake, will blink. In this case, press the (flash) switch to pop up the flash (P. 63). ● If the (flash stand-by) mark lights, the flash will fire automatically.
TIPS ● How to use the monitor T Press the (monitor) button. The monitor turns on automatically. ● The green lamp blinks. T If you want to get as close as approximately 0.1 m (0.3 ft) in the maximum W position or 1 m (3.2 ft) in the maximum T position to your subject, put the camera into the macro mode (P. 68). T Depending on the subject, focus and exposure (brightness) may not be locked (P. 52). ● How to brighten/darken the viewfinder and/or monitor T Adjust the brightness in the setting (P. 114).
Chapter 4 Recording movies Mode dial setting the camera towards a subject, 1 Point and place the subject on the AF target. ● When the mode dial is set to , the total recording time is shown. Total recording time depends on the memory capacity of the card. the shutter button all the way to 2 Press start recording. ● The number of seconds remaining appear. ● When the subject is in focus, the green lamp blinks once. ● During movie recording, lights in red.
the shutter button all the way to stop 3 Press recording. ● The card access lamp blinks and the camera begins storing the movie on the card. You cannot record another movie as long as the card access lamp is blinking. ● When the card access lamp stops blinking, the camera has finished writing the movie to the card. If there is any space left on the card, the number of seconds remaining is Card access lamp displayed. You can start shooting another movie.
Chapter 4 Zoom — Telephoto/Wide-angle shooting Telephoto/Wide-angle shooting is possible at up to 8x magnification (optical zoom limit, equivalent to 40 mm-320 mm on a 35 mm camera). By combining the digital zoom with the 8x optical zoom, zoom magnification up to approx. 24x is possible. Zoom in on a subject (telephoto) Press the zoom lever toward T to zoom in. Shoot a wider view picture (wide-angle) Press the zoom lever toward W to zoom out.
Digital zoom Mode dial setting : In the top menu, select DIGITAL ZOOM T ON. Press . Press again to cancel the menu. P/A/S/M : In the top menu, select MODE MENU T CAMERA T DIGITAL ZOOM T ON. Press . Press again to cancel the menu. ~ “How to use the menu” (P. 38) 1 the zoom lever towards T. 2 Press ● The zoom bar appears. Zoom area Indicates digital zoom Indicates optical zoom The cursor moves on the zoom indicator according to the zoom magnification.
Chapter 4 Flash shooting You can select a flash mode appropriate to the lighting conditions and the effect you want to achieve. You can also adjust the amount of light emitted using the flash intensity control (P. 64). The flash modes are as follows: Auto-flash Automatically fires in low-light and backlight conditions. Red-eye reduction flash This mode significantly reduces the phenomenon of “red-eye” by emitting about 10 preflashes before firing the regular flash.
Flash off When the flash is pushed back in the camera, the flash is in the Off mode. The flash does not fire even in low-light conditions. Use this mode in situations where flash photography is not desired or is prohibited, or when you want to shoot a natural-looking twilight or night scene. Note ● Since a slow shutter speed is automatically selected in low-light situations when in the flash off mode, the use of a tripod is recommended to prevent your pictures from being blurred by camera movement.
Chapter 4 Flash shooting (Cont.) Using the flash Mode dial setting the (flash) switch. 1 Press ● The flash pops up. Flash switch P/A/S/M the / (flash mode) button 2 Press repeatedly until the desired flash mode indication appears. ● The flash mode changes as follows (if all modes are available): Flash mode button When selecting/When shooting Auto-flash/ No indication / / / / ● If / is not pressed within 2 seconds after the selection screen is displayed, the selection screen disappears.
Mode Auto-flash P/A/S/M A S P Flash mode * M – – – – – – – – – – – – – – – – – – – : Available, – : Not available : Factory default setting * The factory default setting and the available settings differ depending on which shooting mode is selected. See the P/A/S/M column. TIPS ● The flash is up, but does not fire.
Chapter 4 Flash shooting (Cont.) Flash intensity control You can adjust the amount of light emitted by the flash. In some situations, you may get better results by adjusting light emission. Examples include small subjects, distant backgrounds, or situations when increased contrast is desired. Mode dial setting In the top menu, select MODE MENU T CAMERA T . To increase the light emission, press Ñ. To decrease the light emission, press ñ. To complete the setting, press . ~ “How to use the menu” (P.
Digital ESP metering: Meters the center of the subject and the area around it. Spot metering: Exposure is determined by metering within the AF target mark. In this mode, a subject can be shot with optimal exposure regardless of the background light. In the working range of the macro mode, spot metering is also available (spot metering+macro mode). Mode dial setting the button repeatedly until 1 Press (spot metering+macro mode) appears.
Chapter 5 AE lock — Locking the exposure Suitable for situations when optimal exposure is difficult to achieve (such as excessive contrast between the subject and the surroundings). For example, if the sun is in the frame and shooting with automatic exposure results in a dark subject, re-compose your shot so that the sun is not in the frame. Then, press the button to lock the metered value (exposure) temporarily. Then compose your shot again with the sun in the frame and shoot.
the subject you want to focus on within the AF target mark, 3 Place then press the shutter button halfway. ● The green lamp lights. AEL Green lamp During AE lock, AEL is displayed. the Shutter button all the way. 4 Press ● After shooting, AE lock is canceled and AEL disappears. Modes & AE lock P/A/S/M P A Available S M – Available in P, A or S. TIPS ● AE lock is not available T A menu is on the screen. Quit the menu (P. 38).
Chapter 5 Macro mode shooting — Taking close-up pictures Focusing is usually slow when you get close to a subject (0.1 m-0.6 m (0.3 ft1.9 ft) in the max. W position or 1.0 m-2.0 m (3.2 ft-6.5 ft) in the max. T position). However, in the mode focusing is performed quickly. The (macro) mode allows you to shoot close to the subject (within 0.1 m – 0.6 m (0.3 ft – 1.9 ft)). With the zoom lever is pressed to the maximum W position, you can fill the entire frame with your subject.
Supported working range Normal (except macro) : W T Macro : W T Chapter 5 Macro mode shooting — Taking close-up pictures (Cont.) : 0.1 m to ∞ (0.3 ft to ∞) : 1.0 m to ∞ (3.2 ft to ∞) : 0.1 m to 0.6 m (0.3 ft to 1.9 ft) : 1.0 m to 2.0 m (3.2 ft to 6.5 ft) Factory default setting: Digital ESP Note ● (Macro) mode setting is not possible in the , , However, shooting is possible in the macro shooting range. or mode.
Chapter 5 Self-Timer Shooting This function is useful for taking pictures where you want to be included in the photograph. Mode dial setting 1 Use a tripod to stabilize the camera. the DRIVE button repeatedly 2 Press until appears. ● If DRIVE is not pressed within 2 seconds after the selection screen is displayed, the selection screen disappears. DRIVE button Self-timer the shutter button fully to start self-timer shooting. 3 Press ● The self-timer lamp lights up for approx.
There are 3 Sequential shooting modes: Sequential shooting , AF Sequential shooting and Auto bracketing BKT. You can select sequential shooting modes by pressing the DRIVE button. The drive mode changes as follows (if all modes are available): When selecting/When shooting Single-frame shooting/ no indication / : Shoots 1 frame at a time when the shutter button is pressed all the way. (Singleframe shooting; normal shooting) : Sequential shooting & AF Sequential shooting (See below.
Chapter 5 Sequential shooting (Cont.) pictures. 2 Take ● Press the shutter button all the way and keep it pressed. The camera will take pictures in sequence until you release the button. ● Sequential shooting speed (HQ mode): approximately 1.2 frames/sec., number of pictures: 5 max. Note ● Also read the “Note” (P. 74) and “Modes & Drive mode” (P. 73).
Press Ññ to select the number of 3 frames to shoot (x3, x5), then press . Chapter 5 Sequential shooting (Cont.) BKT 0.3 0.7 1.0 ● In some combinations of picture size and record mode, only x3 is available. x3 x5 GO SELECT the DRIVE button repeatedly until BKT appears. 4 Press ● If you do not press DRIVE within 2 seconds after the selection screen is displayed, the selection screen disappears. pictures.
Chapter 5 Sequential shooting (Cont.) Note ● Sequential shooting ( , , BKT) is not possible when the record mode is set to TIFF (P. 78). ● The flash will not fire during auto bracketing. ● Red-eye reduction and Night scene with red-eye reduction are not available in sequential shooting or AF sequential shooting. ● If there is not enough space available on the card for the number of frames you have set during auto bracketing, you cannot continue shooting.
You can take advantage of panorama shooting with both Olympus CAMEDIAbrand cards and CAMEDIA Master software. (Non-Olympus cards do not support this feature.) Panorama shooting lets you connect images with overlapping edges into a single panoramic image, using the provided CAMEDIA Master software. Mode dial setting the top menu, select MODE MENU T CAMERA T PANORAMA. 1 In ~ “How to use the menu” (P. 38) í. 2 Press ● The PANORAMA mode is set.
Chapter 5 Panorama shooting (Cont.) sure that the edges of images overlap, then take your pictures. 4 Make ● Focus, exposure and white balance are set by the first picture. Do not select an extremely bright subject (such as the sun) for the first picture. ● You cannot adjust the zoom after the first picture. ● Panorama shooting is possible for up to 10 pictures.
Taking two-in-one pictures Chapter 5 Allows you to combine two pictures taken in succession and store them as a single picture. Mode dial setting the top menu, select MODE MENU T CAMERA T 2 IN 1. 1 In ~ “How to use the menu” (P. 38) í. 2 Press ● The two-in-one picture mode is set. the first shot. 3 Take ● The subject will be on the left in the combined image. the second shot in succession. 4 Take ● The subject will be on the right in the combined image.
Adjusting image quality and exposure Chapter 6 Record Mode Selecting Record Modes Choose the best record mode for your purposes (printing, editing on a computer, web-site editing, etc.). To see how large SmartMedia memory capacity is under various conditions (such as different resolutions, compressions, or file formats), refer to the table on page 79. The numbers in the table are approximate. Record mode Description TIFF The highest-quality mode.
Still Picture Record Modes The memory capacity listed here is approximate. Record mode Resolution Compression File format TIFF 1984x1488 Uncompressed TIFF Memory capacity in # of shots 16MB 32MB 1 3 SHQ 1984x1488 Low compression 7 14 HQ 1984x1488 21 43 SQ1 1600x1200 24 49 26 52 1280x960 SQ2 Normal JPEG 1024x768 640x480 39 79 99 199 Movie Record Modes Memory capacity in sec. per movie Record mode Resolution 8MB or over HQ 320x240 (15 frames/sec.
Chapter 6 Record Mode (Cont.) Mode dial setting : In the top menu, select T SHQ, HQ, SQ1 or SQ2. ● In these shooting modes, resolution cannot be selected. SQ2: 640 x 480 : In the top menu, select T HQ or SQ. 1 ~ “How to use the menu” (P. 38) 2 Press . Mode dial setting the top menu, select MODE MENU T 1 In í. ~ “How to use the menu” (P. 38) PICTURE T , then press ● When is displayed on the top menu, press Ñ, É or ñ according to the arrow shown next to .
TIPS ● Resolution: The number of pixels (vertical x horizontal) used when saving an image. If the image will be printed, higher resolutions (larger numbers) are recommended so that the image will be clearer. However, higher resolutions make the file size (amount of data) larger, so less pictures can be saved to a card.
Chapter 6 ISO Sensitivity The higher the ISO value, the greater the camera’s light sensitivity and the better its ability to shoot in low-light conditions. However, higher values also introduce electrical noise into the resulting image, which may make give them a grainy appearance. Mode dial setting : In the top menu, select MODE MENU T CAMERA T ISO. Select the most suitable ISO from the options listed below. Press . Press again to cancel the menu.
ISO Sensitivity (Cont.) Mode P/A/S/M * ISO P AUTO – 100 200 400 A : Available, – : Not available S Chapter 6 Modes & ISO Sensitivity M : Factory default setting * The factory default setting and the available settings differ depending on which shooting mode is selected. See the P/A/S/M column. Note ● Higher ISO settings can produce more electrical noise. ● ISO is standardized based on the sensitivity of normal camera film.
Chapter 6 Exposure Compensation This function allows you to make fine changes to the present exposure setting. In some situations, you may get better results when the exposure that the camera sets is compensated (adjusted) manually. You can adjust between +/–2.0 in 1/3 steps. When the setting is changed, you can check the result on the monitor. Mode dial setting Adjusts towards – (images become darker) – 2.0 Adjusts towards + í (images become brighter) É 0.0 (Factory default setting) + 2.
Color reproduction differs depending on the lighting conditions. For instance, when daylight, the setting sun, or indoor lighting are reflected on white paper, the shade of white produced will be slightly different for each. By setting the WB (white balance), you can achieve more natural-looking color. You can also preview different color tones by trying the different settings under the actual light source, and checking the result on the viewfinder/monitor.
Chapter 6 Sharpness This function adjusts the sharpness of images. You can select one of the following three options: NORMAL : Image outlines are sharp. This makes it ideal for printing. SOFT : Image outlines are softer. This makes it ideal for editing images on a computer. HARD : The outlines of images are more emphasized, and the images look more vivid. However, noise may appear. Mode dial setting In the top menu, select MODE MENU T PICTURE T SHARPNESS T select a mode. Press .
Chapter 7 Playing Back Still Pictures Single-Frame Playback Plays back one picture. Mode dial setting (playback mode) and press the POWER ● The monitor turns on and displays the last picture taken. the arrow pad to play back other pictures. 2 Use ● The mark is attached to pictures from movies. ~ “Playing Back Movies” on page 89. Jumps to the picture 10 frames behind. Displays the previous picture. Displays the next picture. Jumps to the picture 10 frames ahead.
Chapter 7 Slide-Show This function displays pictures from the card one after another, as if you are watching a slide-show. Movies are played back like still pictures, starting from the first frame. Mode dial setting a still picture. Then, press 1 Display to display the top menu. Playback top menu (still pictures) INFO MODE MENU 2 Press Ñ to start the slide-show. 3 Press to stop the slide-show. Note ● Use of the optional AC adapter is recommended when running a slide-show for long periods of time.
Playing Back Movies — MOVIE PLAY Chapter 7 This function lets you play back or edit movies. Mode dial setting the arrow pad to select a picture 1 Use with . 20 2 Press to display the top menu. Playback top menu (movies) MOVIE PLAY INFO MODE MENU Ñ. 3 Press ● The MOVIE PLAY screen is displayed. MOVIE PLAY screen MOVIE PLAY PLA MOVIE PLAYBACK INDEX CANCEL SELECT MOVIE PLAYBACK: Plays back movies (P. 90). INDEX: Displays movies as indexes of 9 still frames (P. 91).
Chapter 7 Playing Back Movies — MOVIE PLAY (Cont.) MOVIE PLAYBACK Plays back movies. Mode dial setting 1 Follow steps 1-3 on page 89. 2 Press Ññ to select MOVIE PLAYBACK on the MOVIE PLAY screen. to start playback. 3 Press ● When movie playback ends, the display automatically returns to the beginning of the movie. . 4 Press ● The MOVIE PLAYBACK screen is displayed. MOVIE PLAYBACK screen MOVIE PLAYBACK PLA PLAYBACK FRAME BY FRAME EXIT PLAYBACK: Plays back the entire movie.
INDEX Movies can be displayed as indexes of still frames. Indexes can be saved on the card as still pictures. Indexes are not stored in the same record mode as movies (see below). Record mode when the movie is shot HQ SQ Record mode when stored as an index SQ2 (1024x768) SQ2 (640x480) Mode dial setting 1 Follow steps 1-3 on page 89. Ññ to select INDEX on the MOVIE PLAY screen. 2 Press INDEX screen ● The INDEX screen appears. ● The card access lamp blinks while the movie is being accessed.
Chapter 7 Playing Back Movies — MOVIE PLAY (Cont.) 4 Press to run the selected movie. ● When OK is selected, the MOVIE PLAY screen appears. To exit, press É. Note ● The interval between automatically selected frames varies depending on the recording time of the movie. ● Each index consists of 9 frames. ● INDEX is not available when the card is protected or when “ CARD FULL” appears (indicating insufficient memory).
Pictures displayed on the monitor can be enlarged. Each time you turn the zoom lever towards T, pictures are enlarged by 1.5, 2, 2.5 or 3 times. Mode dial setting the arrow pad, select the picture you want to enlarge. 1 With ● Pictures with the mark cannot be enlarged. the zoom lever toward T ( ). 2 Turn ● When a picture is enlarged, ß/å/˙/¥ are displayed. Press the arrow corresponding to the direction you want to view.
Chapter 7 Picture Rotation There may be times when you want to rotate a picture. For example, pictures taken with the camera held vertically are also oriented vertically (i.e. longer vertically than horizontally). With picture rotation, you can turn them horizontally, 90 degrees clockwise, or counter-clockwise. Mode dial setting a vertically 1 Display oriented picture in the single-frame playback mode (P. 87). HQ Normal playback of a vertically oriented picture ’02.12.
This function lets you show many pictures at the same time on the monitor. It is useful for comparing your pictures and choosing the best ones. The number of pictures shown can be 4, 9, or 16 (see the next page). Index display (9-frame) In the single-frame playback mode (P. 87), press the zoom lever to W ( ). Pictures, including the one displayed in the single-frame playback mode, appear in the index display. How to use the arrow pad during an index display É: Moves to the previous frame.
Chapter 7 Index Display (Cont.) TIPS ● How to view a full-size picture from the index T Select the picture with the arrow pad, then press the zoom lever toward T. Selecting the Number of Pictures This function lets you change the number of pictures in an index display. Mode dial setting the top menu, select MODE MENU T SETUP T 1 In ~ “How to use the menu” (P. 38) the number of pictures (4, 9 or 2 Choose 16) and press . Press again to cancel the menu. 96 .
Allows you to edit still pictures and save them as new ones. BLACK&WHITE : Creates black and white pictures. SEPIA : Creates sepia-toned pictures. : Changes picture dimensions to 640 x 480 or 320 x 240 and saves the picture as a new file. Use this function to make the image file size smaller needed for instances such as attaching the picture to e-mail. Mode dial setting 1 Use the arrow pad to select the still picture you want to edit. the top menu, select MODE MENU T EDIT T select an item.
Chapter 7 Editing still pictures (Cont.) Note ● BLACK & WHITE/SEPIA is not available in the following situations. – Movie – When the card is protected or when “ CARD FULL” (P. 132) appears (indicating there is no memory left) to save the resulting image. – Pictures recorded in TIFF. Resizing pictures Mode dial setting Perform steps 1 and 2 of “Editing still pictures” on the previous 1 page. í. 2 ●Press The screen appears.
It is highly recommended that you protect important pictures to avoid accidentally erasing them. Protected pictures cannot be erased by the singleframe/all-frame erase function. Mode dial setting 1 Display the picture you want to protect by using the arrow pad. . The picture is now protected. 2 Press ● To cancel protection, press again. HQ Displayed when a picture is protected.
Chapter 7 Erasing Pictures Recorded pictures can also be erased. This can be done either one frame at a time or to all the pictures in the card. Note ● It is not possible to erase protected pictures or pictures stored on a card that has a write-protect seal. ● Once erased, pictures cannot be restored. Single-Frame Erase This function only erases the picture displayed on the monitor. Erasing further pictures must be done one-by-one if using this function.
All-Frame Erase This function erases all still pictures and movies on the card, except protected ones (P. 99). Mode dial setting top menu, select MODE MENU T CARD T CARD SETUP T 1 In the ALL ERASE. ~ “How to use the menu” (P. 38) 2 Press ● The . ALL ERASE screen is displayed. ALL ERASE YES NO SELECT GO ALL ERASE screen 3 Press Ñ to select YES. to start erasing. 4 Press ● A bar is displayed to show the progress of Screen during erasing erasing. ● To cancel erasing, select NO in step 3 and press .
Chapter 7 Formatting Cards This function lets you format a card. Formatting prepares cards to receive data. Olympus CAMEDIA-brand cards are highly recommended for use with this camera. If you are going to use non-OLYMPUS cards or cards formatted by other devices such as a computer, you must format them with the camera before use. Cards can be formatted in all modes. Mode dial setting the top menu, select CARD SETUP T FORMAT.
Use the provided video cable to play back recorded images on your TV. Mode dial setting 1 Make sure that the TV and camera power are off . 2 Connect the camera to the TV using the video cable. Connect to the TV's video input (yellow) terminal Video cable Connect to the VIDEO OUT jack. the mode dial to and press the POWER switch. Turn on the 3 Set TV. Set the TV to the video input mode. ● For details on switching to video input, refer to your TV's instruction manual. an image by using the arrow pad.
Useful Functions Chapter 8 All reset — Saving the camera’s settings This function lets you choose whether or not the camera saves its current settings. OFF: The settings made just before the power is turned off are saved. ON : All settings are returned to the factory default settings. The settings affected by All Reset are listed below. The ALL RESET setting (ON/OFF) applies to all the modes.
Menu items listed in the table below can be set to the custom button on the camera. This makes it easy to jump to frequently-used functions by pressing only one button. The factory default setting is “AE LOCK”. Custom button Available Items Settings AE LOCK (P. 66) (factory default setting) – INFO (P. 113) OFF, ON ISO sensitivity (P. 82) AUTO, 100, 200, 400 P/A/S/M (P. 44 – 46) P, A, S, M Digital zoom (P. 59) OFF, ON Record mode (P. 78) TIFF, SHQ, HQ, SQ1, SQ2 White balance (P.
Chapter 8 Custom Button (Cont.) Using the Custom Button Mode dial setting the (custom) button. 1 Press ● The function currently set to the custom button appears. 2 Set following the below: Ex: When INFO is set to the custom button. INFO ON INFO OFF Press this button. Press to select ON or OFF. TIPS ● To use AE LOCK after setting a different function to the custom button: T AE lock cannot be used when a different function is set to the custom button.
Functions on the top menu other than MODE MENU can be replaced with those listed in the table below. This is useful when you want to quickly go to frequently-used functions. ISO MODE MENU WB Shortcut menu Available Menu Items Settings ISO (P. 82) AUTO, 100, 200, 400 P/A/S/M (P. 44 – 46) P, A, S, M (P. 64) –2 – ±0 – +2 BKT (P. 72) ±0.3/±0.7/±1.0, x3/x5 DIGITAL ZOOM (P. 59) OFF, ON PANORAMA (P. 75) – 2 in 1 (P. 77) – (for still pictures) (P. 78) TIFF, SHQ, HQ, SQ1, SQ2 WB (P.
Chapter 8 Shortcut (Cont.) Setting the Shortcut Menu Assign settings to the A, B and C positions on the top menu. A MODE MENU B C Mode dial setting the top menu, select MODE MENU 1 In T SETUP T SHORT CUT. Press í. ~ “How to use the menu” (P. 38) ● The SHORT CUT screen appears. ● The A, B, and C positions on the monitor are the same as the top, left, and bottom on the top menu. A, then press í to display the 2 Select menu functions on page 107.
Shortcut (Cont.) Chapter 8 Using the Shortcut Menu Mode dial setting to display the top menu. 1 Press ● The shortcut menu you set before is shown on the top menu. the arrow pad according to the arrow (˙ߥ) shown next to 2 Press each item. ● The monitor jumps directly to the setting screen of that item. DIGITAL ZOOM MODE MENU Press this button. WB SET CARD PIC CAMERA Ex: When DIGITAL ZOOM is set to the A shortcut.
Your favorite settings can be saved in MY MODE SETUP. When the mode dial is set to , your customized settings are activated. When the camera is in the P/A/S/M mode, you can also save some of the settings you are using in MY MODE SETUP. The settings affected by MY MODE SETUP are listed on P. 112. Mode dial setting the top menu, select MODE MENU T SETUP T MY MODE SETUP. 1 In Press í. ~ “How to use the menu” (P. 38) Press Ññ to select the item you want 2 (see below), then press í.
CUSTOM on the CUSTOM screen. Press Ññ to select the 4 Set functions you want, then press í. the setting within the function by using Ññ, then press 5 ●Select Repeat Steps 4 and 5 to change other functions. . Ex: When setting the aperture on the CUSTOM screen. CUSTOM screen Press í to go to the aperture setting screen. CUSTOM CUSTOM P/A/S/M P/A/S/M P FNo FNo SHUTTER SHUTTER ZOOM ZOOM 40mm mm Press to save the setting. The monitor then returns to the previous screen.
Chapter 8 MY MODE SETUP (Cont.) Available Items and Factory Default Settings Setting P/A/S/M (P. 44 – 46) Factory default setting Setting Factory default setting P (P. 64) ±0 FNo (P. 47, 49) F2.8 OFF SHUTTER (P. 48) 1/500 DIGITAL ZOOM (P. 59) (for still pictures) (P. 78) HQ (P. 84) ±0 ZOOM*1 (P. 59) 40mm WB (P. 85) FLASH MODE (P. 60) AUTO SHARPNESS (P. 86) NORMAL CONTRAST (P. 86) NORMAL (P. 65) OFF DRIVE (P. 71) ISO (P.
Lets you select the amount of shooting information displayed in the shooting or playback mode. When it is set to OFF, only a small amount of information is displayed. For details on each piece of information displayed, see pages 12 to 15. Mode dial setting : In the top menu, select MODE MENU T SETUP T INFO T ON. Press . Press again to cancel the menu. : Press to display the top menu. Pressing É turns INFO on. ~ “How to use the menu” (P. 38) P/A/S/M ● All shooting information is displayed.
Chapter 8 Monitor brightness adjustment Adjusts the brightness of the monitor/viewfinder. When the monitor is OFF: Adjusts only the viewfinder's brightness. When the monitor is ON: Adjusts the monitor's brightness, causing identical changes in the viewfinder at the same time. (When the monitor is turned off, the viewfinder's brightness returns to its original setting.) Mode dial setting the top menu, select MODE MENU T SETUP T 1 In ~ “How to use the menu” (P. 38) . To brighten the monitor, press Ñ.
You can choose if the image being recorded is displayed on the viewfinder/ monitor during shooting. ON The image being recorded onto the card is displayed. This is useful for a brief check of images you have just taken. Pressing the shutter button halfway at any time displays the image the camera is currently aimed at. OFF The image being recorded onto the card is not displayed. Instead, the subject the camera is currently pointing at is displayed.
Chapter 8 Sleep timer The camera automatically enters the sleep mode if the time you have set has passed with no operations being performed. To leave the sleep mode, operate any button (press the shutter button or arrow pad, etc.). Mode dial setting In the top menu, select MODE MENU T SETUP T SLEEP, then select a setting from the following: 30sec, 1min, 3min, 5min or 10min. Press . Press again to cancel the menu. ~ “How to use the menu” (P.
The camera automatically creates file names and folder names for images to be stored in. Files can be numbered from 0001 to 9999 and folders can be numbered from 100 to 999. Examples are shown below. ● Month: Jan. - Sep. = 1 - 9, Oct. = A, Nov. = B, Dec. = C There are two choices here: RESET or AUTO. Choose the one that is best for you when transferring images to a computer. RESET When RESET is selected, the file number and folder number are reset every time a new card is inserted in the camera.
Mode dial setting the top menu, select MODE MENU 1 In T SETUP T FILE NAME. ~ “How to use the menu” (P. 38) 2 Select RESET or AUTO, then press SETUP CARD PIC CAM Chapter 8 File name (Cont.) SLEEP FILE NAME PIXEL MAPPING RESET AUTO . Factory default setting: RESET TIPS ● When the File No. reaches 9999... The file number returns to 0001, and the folder number changes, for example, from No. 100 to No. 101. ● When both the Folder and File No. reach the maximum number (999/9999)...
The Pixel Mapping feature allows the camera to check and adjust the CCD and image processing circuit automatically. It is not necessary to operate this function frequently. Approximately once a year is recommended. Wait a few minutes after the monitor is used or continuous shots are taken to allow for proper performance of the Pixel Mapping function. ~ “How to use the menu” (P. 38) í. 2 Press ● START appears. SETUP CARD PIC CAM the top menu, select MODE MENU 1 In T SETUP T PIXEL MAPPING.
Print setting Chapter 9 How to print pictures When you want to print out pictures that you have taken with this camera and stored on a card, use one of the following options: Print Reserve (P. 122) — for printing at a photo lab that supports DPOF or for printing on a DPOF compatible printer Apply Print Reserve to your pictures. This allows you to add printing data (number of prints, date printed on pictures, etc.) to the pictures you have stored.
TIPS ● Picture size and printing The resolution of a computer/printer is generally based on the number of dots (pixels) per square inch. This is called “dpi” (dots per inch). The higher the dpi value, the higher the resolution, and the better the printed results. Keep in mind, however, that the dpi of the picture you want to print does not change to match the printer resolution. This means that when you print an image with a lower resolution than the printer, the size of the printed picture will be smaller.
Chapter 9 Applying print reserve to a card Mode dial setting the arrow pad to play back a still picture. 1 Use ● You cannot use Print reserve on pictures with . . 2 Press ● The PRINT ORDER screen appears. PRINT ORDER SETTING PRINT ORDERED PRINT ORDER RESET KEEP EXIT SELECT GO If Print Reserve data is already stored on the card, the PRINT ORDER SETTING screen appears giving you the choice of resetting the data or keeping it. ● RESET cancels all Print reserve data.
Press Ññ 4 prints). to set x (number of 2 HQ ● Up to 10 can be set. 0 cancels Print reserve. Increases the number. ’02.12.23 21:56 24 GO SELECT Decreases the number. To apply Print reserve for other frames, press Éí. setting is complete, press 5 When ● The screen appears. . 6 Press Ññ to select DATE/TIME (date/time) and press . NO NO DATE TIME EXIT SELECT GO : Prints the frame without date/ time. DATE : Prints the frame together with the shooting date.
Miscellaneous Chapter 10 Troubleshooting POSSIBLE CAUSES CORRECTIVE ACTION REF. PAGE The camera does not turn on or function buttons do not respond. 1 The batteries are exhausted. 2 The power is off. 3 The batteries are loaded incorrectly. 4 The batteries are temporarily unable to function. 5 It is connected to a personal computer. 6 The camera is in the sleep mode. 1 Replace the batteries with new ones. 2 Press the POWER switch to turn on the power. 3 Reload the batteries correctly.
POSSIBLE CAUSES CORRECTIVE ACTION REF. PAGE No picture is taken when the shutter button is pressed. 1 The mode dial is set to . 2 The memory gauge is full. 3 The flash has not finished charging. 4 The card access lamp blinks after shooting in the mode. 5 There is a problem with the card. 6 The card is full. 7 The batteries ran out of power. 8 The viewfinder/monitor indications disappear, or only the battery check lights up.
Chapter 10 Troubleshooting (Cont.) POSSIBLE CAUSES CORRECTIVE ACTION REF. PAGE The date recorded with the image data is wrong. 1 The date is not set. 2 The camera has been left for too long with the batteries removed and the date/time setting was canceled. 1 Set the date. The clock adjustment is not factorypreset. 2 Set the date again. P. 29 P. 29 Your customized settings have been canceled. 1 Set ALL RESET to OFF. 1 You turned off the power without saving the settings. P.
POSSIBLE CAUSES CORRECTIVE ACTION REF. PAGE Pictures you have already taken do not appear on the monitor. 1 The camera is in the shooting mode. 2 There is no picture on the card. 3 There is a problem with the card. 4 The camera is connected to a TV. 5 The monitor is not on. 1 Set the mode dial to . P. 34, 35 2 NO PICTURE appears on the monitor. Record pictures. 3 See the error code chart. P. 32, 33, 133 P. 132 4 The monitor does not function when the camera is connected to a TV.
Chapter 10 Troubleshooting (Cont.) POSSIBLE CAUSES CORRECTIVE ACTION REF. PAGE The subject’s eyes appear red in pictures recorded with the flash. 1 The flash is in the autoflash mode. 1 This “red-eye phenomenon” occurs with all cameras when a flash is used. It is caused by light from the flash reflecting off the retina at the back of the eye. Red-eye varies depending on the individual and the shooting conditions such as ambient lighting.
POSSIBLE CAUSES CORRECTIVE ACTION REF. PAGE The picture is too bright. 1 The flash mode was set to the Fill-in flash mode. 2 The subject was excessively illuminated. 1 Select a flash mode other than the Fill-in flash mode. P. 62 2 Adjust the exposure compensation or change the camera position toward the subject. P. 84 The picture is too dark. 1 The flash was blocked by a finger. 2 The subject was out of the working range of the flash. 3 The flash mode was set to the Off mode.
Chapter 10 Troubleshooting (Cont.) POSSIBLE CAUSES CORRECTIVE ACTION REF. PAGE The picture has obscured edge(s). 1 The lens was partly blocked by a finger or the strap. 1 Hold the camera correctly, keeping your fingers and the strap away from the lens. P. 31 Halation produces unnatural colors in a picture. 1 Excessively bright ultraviolet light on the subject, such as sunlight shining through the leaves of trees, window frames in bright light at night, reflection of metals under direct sunlight, etc.
After use Turn off the power and attach the lens cap to the lens. Cleaning the camera 1 Turn off the camera. (P. 27) the batteries (P. 21). When using an AC adapter, unplug the 2 Remove AC adapter from the camera and the AC outlet. 3 Exterior: Wipe gently with a soft cloth. To wipe off heavy dirt, soak the cloth in diluted mild soap and wring it well. Wipe off the camera with the damp cloth and then dry it with a dry cloth. If you have used your camera at the beach, use a cloth dampened with fresh water.
Chapter 10 Error codes If there is a problem with your camera, one of the error codes below will appear. Indications 132 Possible causes The card is not inserted, or it cannot be recognized. Corrective action Insert a card correctly or insert a different card. No more pictures can be taken. Replace the card or erase unwanted pictures. Writing to the card is prohibited. Remove the write-protect adhesive seal attached to the card. Cannot record, play back or erase pictures on this card.
Indications Possible causes The card is not formatted. Chapter 10 Error codes (Cont.) Corrective action Format the card. There are no pictures on the card, so there is nothing to play back. Insert a card that contains images. There is no empty space on the card, so it cannot record new information such as print data. Replace the card or erase unneeded pictures. The card cover is open. Close the card cover. The battery is dead. The camera stops working.
Chapter 10 Menu maps P/A/S/M and Top menu MODE MENU modes Tab CAMERA PICTURE CARD SETUP Function ISO (P. 82) P/A/S/M (P. 44) (P. 64) BKT (P. 72) DIGITAL ZOOM (P. 59) PANORAMA (P. 75) 2 IN 1 (P. 77) (P. 78) WB (P. 85) SHARPNESS (P. 86) CONTRAST (P. 86) CARD SETUP (P. 102) ALL RESET (P. 104) INFO (P. 113) (P. 114) REC VIEW (P. 115) MY MODE SETUP (P. 110) SLEEP (P. 116) FILE NAME (P. 117) PIXEL MAPPING (P. 119) (P. 114) (P. 29) BATTERY SAVE (P. 116) SHORT CUT (P. 107) CUSTOM BUTTON (P. 105) ISO (P.
Menu maps (Cont.) , , and Top menu MODE MENU Tab Function Chapter 10 mode Top menu CARD SETUP (P. 102) (P. 29) (P. 78) Setting FORMAT, CANCEL SHQ 1984 x 1488, HQ 1600 x 1200, SQ1 1280 x 960, SQ2 640 x 480 modes Tab CAMERA CARD SETUP Function PANORAMA (P. 75) 2 IN 1 (P. 77) CARD SETUP (P. 102) ALL RESET (P. 104) (P. 114) PIXEL MAPPING (P. 119) (P. 114) (P. 29) BATTERY SAVE (P. 116) DIGITAL ZOOM (P. 59) (P.
Chapter 10 Menu maps (Cont.) mode Top menu MODE MENU Tab EDIT*1 CARD SETUP *1 (P. 88) MOVIE PLAY *2 (P. 89) Function BLACK & WHITE (P. 97) SEPIA (P. 97) (P. 98) CARD SETUP (P. 102) ALL RESET (P. 104) (P. 114) (P. 114) (P. 29) (P. 96) Setting BLACK & WHITE, CANCEL SEPIA, CANCEL 640 x 480, 320 x 240, CANCEL ALL ERASE, FORMAT OFF, ON OFF, ON MOVIE PLAYBACK (P. 90) INDEX (P. 91) PLAYBACK, FRAME BY FRAME, EXIT OK, CANCEL OFF, ON INFO (P. 113) *1 Not displayed during movie playback.
Mode P/A/S/M Function ISO – P/A/S/M BKT DIGITAL ZOOM P : AUTO A/S/M: 100 – AUTO – P – – 0 – – 1.0/x3 – – – OFF HQ HQ, 1984 x 1488 (when SQ2 is selected, 640 x 480 is factory default setting.
Mode P/A/S/M* Function Taking still pictures – Recording movies – – – – – – P/A/S/M mode setting – – – – – Aperture value setting – – – – – Aperture priority shooting – – – – – Shutter speed setting – – – – – Shutter priority shooting – – – – – Manual shooting – – – – – “My Mode” setting – – – – – “My Mode” shooting – – – – – – Zoom – Digital zoom –
Mode P/A/S/M* Function Sequential shooting – – – AF sequential shooting – – – – Auto-bracketing – – – – – Panorama shooting – – 2 in 1 shooting – – Record mode setting ISO setting – – – – Exposure compensation – Auto white balance Preset white balance , , , – – – – Sharpness setting – – – – – Contrast setting – – – –
Chapter 10 Specifications Product type Recording system Still Movie Digital camera (for shooting and displaying) Digital recording, JPEG (in accordance with Design rule for Camera File system (DCF)), TIFF (non-compression), Digital Print Order Format (DPOF) QuickTime Motion JPEG support Memory 3V (3.3V) SmartMedia, 4 MB - 128 MB (all cards except 2 MB) No. of storable pictures (When a 16 MB card is used) 1 frame (TIFF: 1984x1488) Approx. 7 frames (SHQ: 1984x1488) Approx.
Battery charging time for flash Approx. 7 sec. (at normal temperature with new batteries) Autofocus TTL system autofocus, Contrast detection system, Focusing range: W : 0.1 m to ∞ (0.3 ft to ∞) T : 1.0 m to ∞ (3.
Chapter 10 Glossary of terms A (Aperture Priority) Mode You set the aperture yourself and the camera automatically varies the shutter speed so that the picture is taken with the best exposure. AE (Automatic Exposure) The camera's built-in exposure meter automatically sets the exposure.
DPOF (Digital Print Order Format) This is for saving desired print settings on digital cameras. By entering which images to print and the number of copies of each, the user can automatically have the desired images printed by a printer or print lab that supports the DPOF format. EV (Exposure Value) A system for measuring exposure. EV0 is when the aperture is at F1 and the shutter speed is 1 second.
Chapter 10 Glossary of terms (Cont.) JPEG (Joint Photographic Experts Group) A compression format for color still images. Photographs (images) shot using this camera are recorded onto the SmartMedia card in JPEG format when the Record mode is set to SHQ, HQ or SQ. By downloading these images to a personal computer, users can edit them using graphics application software or view the images using an Internet web browser. M (Manual) Mode The user sets both the aperture and shutter speed.
A I AC adapter ....................................23 AE lock button ( )..............10 All-frame erase............................101 All reset ......................................104 Aperture ........................................47 Arrow pad (ÑñÉí)..............34, 38 Auto focus ....................................51 Index display ................................95 ISO ................................................82 B Battery ..........................................21 Beep .................
Chapter 10 Index (Cont.) Q Quick view ....................................87 R Record mode ................................78 Resizing pictures ..........................98 Rotation button ( ) ....................10 S Self-timer shooting ........................70 Sepia ............................................97 Sequential shooting ......................71 Shooting modes ............................44 Shutter button................................50 Shutter speed................................
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DIGITAL CAMERA PERSONAL COMPUTER DIGITAL CAMERA — PC CONNECTION OPERATION MANUAL How to use your PC to get the most from images taken with your digital camera. Thank you for purchasing an Olympus digital camera. This manual provides instructions on how to install the USB driver. To ensure correct installation, refer only to these installation procedures.
Introduction This manual explains in detail how to connect your Olympus digital camera to a computer. Read it carefully and keep it in a safe place for future reference. About this manual The information contained in this manual may be subject to change without notice. For the latest information on the product, please consult your local Olympus representative. The information contained in this manual has been compiled by taking all possible measures to ensure its accuracy.
INDEX Flowchart . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 4 Identifying the OS . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 6 Macintosh Macintosh (OS 9/X). . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 23 Windows Windows (98/Me/2000/XP) . . . . . . . . . . . 8 Downloading image files using other OS (For other OS users). . . . . . . . . . . . . . .
Flowchart By connecting the camera to a computer with the provided USB cable, images on a card can be transferred to the computer. Some OS’s (operating systems) may need a special setup before connecting to the camera for the first time. Follow the chart below. Identifying the OS (p.6) Windows 98/ 98 SE (Second Edition) Windows Me/2000/XP MacOS 9.0 - 9.1/OS X (10.0) * For OS 8.6, see below. Installing the USB driver for Windows 98 (p.
Flowchart • When connecting the camera to the computer, make sure that there is sufficient remaining battery power. When connected (transmitting) to the computer, the camera does not enter the sleep mode nor will the camera’s power turn off automatically. Depending on the camera model, when the battery power runs out or the internal temperature rises, the camera may stop operating automatically. This could cause the computer to malfunction, and any image data (file) being transmitted may be lost.
Identifying the OS Identify the OS on your computer before connecting the camera. How to identify the OS depends on the computer. Windows 1 Double-click the “My Computer” icon on your desktop. When the “My computer” icon is not on your desktop, click “Control Panel” from the “Start” menu. 2 3 Double-click the “Control Panel” icon. Double-click the “System” icon. The way the file icons inside the folder appear may vary depending on your version of Windows.
Identifying the OS 4 A System Properties window will appear. Note and record the “System:” information. Confirm that your system is Windows 98, 98 SE, Me, 2000 Professional or Windows XP, then press “OK” to close the window. If your OS is Windows 98/98 SE, proceed to “Installing the USB p.9). driver for Windows 98” ( p.11 Users running Windows Me/2000/XP p.31 Users running other OS Mac OS (Macintosh) Select “About This Computer” from the Apple menu on the menu bar.
Windows Using Windows 98/Me/2000/XP Make sure that: Windows Your computer is turned on and Windows is running. If you are running any applications, quit them all. You are recommended to power the camera using the optional AC adapter. If the battery power runs out while the computer is accessing the card in the camera, the camera will turn off in the middle of the operation and this could destroy image files (data). If you are using batteries, make sure that there is sufficient remaining battery power.
Installing the USB driver for Windows 98 (When using Windows 98/98 SE) If your OS is Windows 98/98 SE, you must install the USB driver. Follow the instructions below to install the USB driver in your computer. Once it is fully installed, you do not need to repeat the procedure again. If your OS is Windows Me/2000/XP, skip the procedure below as the USB driver will be automatically installed. Proceed to “Connecting the camera to p.11).
Installing the USB driver for Windows 98 (When using Windows 98/98 SE) 3 Windows 4 10 5 Click “Continue”. The installation of the USB driver will start. Click “OK” to restart your computer and the installation is complete. When the computer has restarted, installation is complete. If the Olympus Windows Installer screen appears, click “Close” and remove the CD-ROM from the CD-ROM drive.
Connecting the camera to the computer Users running Windows 98/98SE need to install the USB drive before connecting the camera to your computer for the first time. ( p.9) 1 Insert the marked end of the provided USB cable into the USB port on your computer as shown below. Look for this mark. Terminal USB port 2 After making sure that the camera is turned off, connect the end of the USB cable to the USB connector on the camera. Windows The location of the USB port varies depending on the computer.
Connecting the camera to the computer 3 Turn the camera on. Windows Camera with a lens barrier The power turns on automatically, with the exception of some models which require you to press the (monitor) button. When the camera is turned on, the lamp on the right of the viewfinder lights up. Camera with a mode Set the mode dial to . (If the camera has a power switch as well as a mode dial, turn the power switch to ON.
Connecting the camera to the computer 4 The computer recognizes the camera as a new device. When you connect the camera to the computer for the first time, the computer automatically recognizes the camera. Click “OK” when the message saying that the installation is completed appears. The computer recognizes the camera as a “Removable Disk”. When the camera is connected to the computer, none of the camera buttons are functional. Windows Windows XP You can download image files from the camera easily.
Confirming the computer recognizes the camera 1 Windows 2 14 Double-click the “My Computer” icon on the desktop. For users running Windows XP, click “My Computer” from the “Start” menu. Make sure the “Removable Disk” icon appears in the window. There may already be other “Removable Disk” icons for other devices, such as a removable media drive or USB SmartMedia Reader/ Writer. In this case, the digital camera is recognized as another “Removable Disk”.
Confirming the USB driver is installed If the computer does not recognize the camera as a Removable Disk, follow the procedure below to check whether the USB driver has been fully installed. 1 2 Double-click the “System” icon. Windows 3 Open “My Computer” and double-click the “Control Panel” icon. For users running Windows XP, open “Control Panel” from the “Start” menu. The System window will appear. Click the “Device Manager” tab.
Confirming the USB driver is installed 4 Confirm that “OLYMPUS Digital Camera” is in the “Universal Serial Bus Controller” category. Windows If you cannot find the “OLYMPUS Digital Camera”, turn the camera off, disconnect the camera from the computer and start again. Users running Windows 98/98 SE start again from “Confirming the USB driver is installed”, and Users running Window Me/2000/XP start from “Connecting the camera to the computer”.
Downloading images to your computer 1 2 Double-click the “My Computer” icon on the desktop. For users running Windows XP, click “Control Panel” from the “Start” menu. Double-click the “Removable Disk” icon. A new “Removable Disk” icon appears when the camera is connected to the computer, as the digital camera is recognized as a “Removable Disk”.
Downloading images to your computer 4 Double-click the “100olymp” folder. Image files (JPEG files) with files names such as “P1010001.jpg” are displayed. Windows • The camera automatically assigns folder names and file names according to the following rules. Folder name File name (Example) (Example) Serial number Month / Day / Serial number • Serial numbers of image files run from 0001 to 9999. • Serial numbers of folders run from 100 to 999.
Downloading images to your computer The “My Documents” window is displayed. 6 The image is saved in the computer (in My Documents folder). • To select all files, choose Edit > Select all. Windows Drag & drop the image you want to save in the computer (in this case, P1010012.jpg) to the “My Documents” window. When the image file has been downloaded to the computer, you can view images by double-clicking the image files downloaded to your computer.
Disconnecting the camera from your computer If your OS is Windows Me/2000, proceed to “Windows Me/2000/XP” ( p.21). Windows 98 Windows 1 2 3 20 Make sure that the lamp on the right of the viewfinder or the card access lamp is not blinking. Some camera models have either a lamp on the right of the viewfinder or a card access lamp, and the location varies depending on the model. Refer to your camera’s reference manual.
Disconnecting the camera from your computer 4 5 Lamp Remove the USB cable from the camera. Remove the USB cable from your computer. Windows 6 Make sure that the lamp on the right of the viewfinder or the card access lamp is not blinking. Windows Me/2000/XP 1 Make sure that the lamp on the right of the viewfinder or the card access lamp is not blinking. Some camera models have either a lamp on the right of the viewfinder or a card access lamp, and the location varies depending on the model.
Disconnecting the camera from your computer 2 Click the “Unplug or Eject Hardware” icon on the task bar. The message saying that the drive has been stopped appears. 3 Click on the message. The “Unplug or Eject Hardware” window appears. Windows 4 5 6 When a message appears, click “OK”. Remove the USB cable from the camera. Remove the USB cable from your computer.
Macintosh Using Mac OS (9/X) Make sure that: Your computer is turned on and Mac OS is running. If you are running any applications, quit them all. You are recommended to power the camera using the optional AC adapter. If the battery power runs out while the computer is accessing the card in the camera, the camera will turn off in the middle of the operation and this could destroy image files (data). If you are using batteries, make sure that there is sufficient remaining battery power.
Connecting the camera to the computer 1 Insert the marked end of the USB cable into the USB port on your computer as shown below. Look for this mark. Terminal USB port The location of the USB port varies depending on the computer. For details, refer to your computer's manual. 2 After making sure that the camera is turned off, connect the end of the USB cable to the USB connector on the camera. Macintosh The location of the USB connector or multi connector varies depending on the camera model.
Connecting the camera to the computer 3 Turn the camera on. Camera with a lens barrier The power turns on automatically, with the exception of some models which require you to press the (monitor) button. When the camera is turned on, the green lamp on the right of the viewfinder lights up. Camera with a mode Set the mode dial to . (If the camera has a power switch as well as a mode dial, turn the power switch to ON.
Downloading images to your computer Mac OS 9 You can download images from the camera and save them in your computer (in this case, in the Hard Disk).
Downloading images to your computer Image files (JPEG files) with files names such as “P1010001.JPG” are displayed. • The camera automatically assigns folder names and file names according to the following rules. Folder name File name (Example) (Example) Serial number Month / Day / Serial number 4 Macintosh • Serial numbers of image files run from 0001 to 9999. • Serial numbers of folders run from 100 to 999.
Downloading images to your computer The “Hard Disk” window is displayed. Macintosh 5 Drag & drop the image you want to save in the computer (in this case, P1010012.JPG) to the “Hard Disk” window. The image is saved in the computer (in the Hard disk). • To select all images, click Edit > Select all. When the image file has been copied to the computer, you can view images by double-clicking the image files in the “Hard Disk” folder.
Downloading images to your computer Mac OS X Malfunctions such as the following may occur due to the OS. • If the camera is not connected correctly, a malfunction occurs in the computer. • Date and time information of image files is not accurately displayed. • If the card cover of the camera is opened while connecting to the computer, the “untitled” icon does not disappear from the desktop. etc. When the computer has recognized the camera, the Apple Image Capture software dialog appears.
Disconnecting the camera from your computer 1 2 Macintosh 3 4 5 30 Make sure that the lamp on the right of the viewfinder or the card access lamp is not blinking. Lamp Drag the “untitled” icon on the desktop to “Trash”. Make sure that the lamp on the right of the viewfinder or the card access lamp is not blinking. Remove the USB cable from the camera. Remove the USB cable from your computer.
Downloading image files using other OS (For other OS users) Users running other OS cannot connect the camera directly to a computer. Windows 95 Windows NT Mac OS before OS 9 You can download images directly to your computer using an optional floppy disk adapter or PC card adapter. Does your computer have a USB interface? Is there a port marked on your computer? No Yes No Connect the camera directly to your computer using the provided USB cable.
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